What is the value of x

Question

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in the equation x + 0.97 = −2
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+

0.97

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2
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Answer 1

To solve the equation \( x + 0.97 = -2 \), we need to isolate \( x \).

1. Start with the original equation: \[ x + 0.97 = -2 \]

2. Subtract \( 0.97 \) from both sides: \[ x = -2 - 0.97 \]

3. Calculate the right side: \[ x = -2.97 \]

Thus, the value of \( x \) is \(-2.97\).